© Safe Fleet | 2019 | All rights reserved | Part #: 700-1144 R3
PSA Installation Guide
p. 9
Installing Components
Mounting the SAM Controller
1. Select a location according to the requirements in "System
Mounting" on page 7. In addition:
Installing Components
TIP: Access to the RS-232 serial port
Each radar I/O harness serial (DB9) leg must be
temporarily connected to the SAM RS-232 port for PSA
configuration and logging (see
•
Allow sufficient access to ports for harness and cable
connections (see the "Wiring Diagram" on page 13).
• Vertical, horizontal, and hang-mounting are all acceptable.
• Do not orient the unit with the SD card slot facing downward.
• Do not expose the SAM to moisture.
• Do not mount the SAM in a closed-in area or restrict ventilation
in any way. The SAM requires air circulation to maintain
optimum operating temperature and provide best performance.
2. Secure the SAM Controller to the mounting surface with the 4
supplied self-drilling screws.
Mounting the GPS Receiver
Top side up
(toward the sky)
TIP: Satellite reception
For best results, place the GPS close to the windishield
edge and ensure the top side faces up, toward the sky.
SD card slot
RS-232 port
NOTE: GPS may be provided by an external source
Installations that include both PSA and the Safe Fleet Right-hand Danger Zone (RHDZ) system share location data from
a single GPS receiver. For more information, see the "Appendix" on page 19.
• The back of the GPS has 2 magnetic strips. Attach the unit to a
ferrous metal surface.
• Select a location allowing the cable (4.9ft/1.5m) to reach a USB port
on the SAM controller.
